Tooth Elongation

Tooth Elongation

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Tooth elongation is also know as crown lengthening. It is also sometimes referred to as a "gum lift". Teeth can need elongation for different reasons. Many times your dentist will recommend crown lengthening of a single tooth when a filling or crown is needed and the tooth is too short to hold it properly. The case below demonstrates a patient who desired to show more tooth when smiling. A gum lift is performed, followed by new restorations that dramatically change the patients appearance.